This message was sent to ##Email## To advertise in this publication please click here May 18, 2021 .TOP NEWS Undiagnosed atrial fibrillation detected during diabetic foot exam HealthDay News Atrial fibrillation can be detected during annual foot assessments in patients with diabetes, according to a study presented at EHRA 2021, an online scientific congress hosted by the European Society of Cardiology. READ MORE .PROFESSION NEWS Ozone therapy as an alternative method for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcer: A case report Journal of Medical Case Reports Diabetic foot ulcer is one of the most important complications of diabetes that can lead to amputation. Treatment of DFUs is a major challenge and places a heavy economic and social burden on patients and their families. READ MORE Foot pain common but overlooked in RA MedPage Today Foot pain is a common but underappreciated symptom of rheumatoid arthritis and can be associated with worse disease, European researchers found. In a cohort of 320 patients with RA, 69% reported foot or ankle pain, according to Morten Bilde Simonsen, Ph.D., of Aalborg University in Denmark, and colleagues. READ MORE  SPONSORED VIDEO Video Analysis for Patient Outcomes PnO Data can help you easily implement video into your patient care to prove quality outcomes. Video analysis is a great way to market your practice. Differentiate your practice from the rest by using video in your assessment. Watch all of the video tutorials to see how easy it is! WATCH VIDEO What are the most common reasons for hospital admissions for patients with diabetes? American Journal of Managed Care Patients with diabetes are admitted to the hospital with greater frequency and cost for soft tissue and bone infections, urinary tract infections, stroke and electrolyte disorders than those without the disease, a new study showed. The findings prompted researchers to call for strategies to better treat those conditions in these patients. READ MORE Key considerations when treating foot pain in cyclists Podiatry Today Emily Quinn DPM writes: The newest, hottest fitness trend is of no surprise to anyone. Peloton® has given new life to indoor cycling. Throughout the pandemic, Peloton is everywhere. I jumped on that bandwagon before the novel coronavirus pandemic started. Indoor cycling provides low impact exercise, to music, in a great community, all in the comfort of my own home while watching my children. READ MORE  SPONSORED CONTENT Promoted by Nerve Reverse How effective is Gabapentin for neuropathy? How does NerveReverse stack up to MetanX? Podiatrists and patients agree that Nerve Reverse helps improve neuropathy symptoms. Studies show strong correlation between Vitamin D deficiency and neuropathy. Most new physicians more worried about job security, pay than COVID-19, survey finds Becker's ASC Review A new survey by national physician search firm Merritt Hawkins revealed that many physicians are concerned about job prospects and financial security. Merritt Hawkins, which is a company of healthcare staffing company AMN Healthcare, has conducted the survey periodically since 1991. READ MORE MULTIBRIEFS EXCLUSIVE Tech tricks that could prevent future COVID-19 outbreaks in your healthcare organization By Lisa Mulcahy Even as the COVID-19 pandemic finally seems to be showing signs of slowing down in the U.S., you know as a hospital administrator or physician that you still can't take your eye off the ball in terms of prevention strategy. One of your top priorities will be stopping any further coronavirus spread in your facility until herd immunity and/or highly controlled case counts have been reached in your region. You need up-to-date solutions your staff can swiftly and easily implement. The following cutting-edge techniques can mean simplified and highly effective infection control for your organization. READ MORE  PRODUCT SHOWCASE FungiFoam® Antifungal Penetrating fungicidal therapy fast-acting lipophilic vehicle. For over 60 years, the FDA has approved the use of Soluble Tolnaftate1 for the treatment of fungal infections, such as athlete’s foot, ringworm, and jock itch. Soluble Tolnaftate1 is the active ingredient in FungiFoam®. LEARN MORE Exploring the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging by podiatrists: An international survey Journal of Foot and Ankle Research Podiatrists, in musculoskeletal services, are demonstrating an expansion of their practice skills through the use of ultrasound imaging. There is an assumption that this practice is beneficial within the context of patient care and health systems. READ MORE PRODUCT SHOWCASE Your Patients Your Money Our Priority RoadRunner specializes in medical billing for small/midsize group and single practitioner offices LinkedIn | Facebook   LEARN MORE   Reach Your Prospects Every Week Thousands of industry professionals subscribe to association news briefs, which allows your company to push messaging directly to their inboxes and take advantage of the association's brand affinity.     LEARN MORE   . CURRENT RESEARCH ARTICLES OF INTEREST An analysis of guideline consensus for the prevention, diagnosis and management of diabetic foot ulcers Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association Multiple organizations have issued guidelines to address the prevention, diagnosis and management of diabetic foot ulcers. These guidelines are based on evidence review and expert opinion. READ MORE High prevalence of chronic pain with neuropathic characteristics after open reduction and internal fixation of ankle fractures Foot & Ankle International Unstable ankle fractures require treatment with open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). Long-term functional outcome is satisfying in most patients; however, a number of patients have persistent complaints. Superficial nerve complications following ankle surgery may be the cause of chronic pain and disability. READ MORE Immediate effect of insoles on balance in older adults The Foot In recent years, fall prevention in older adults has received considerable attention in healthcare. Among many interventions, insoles are considered cost-effective and easily adopted tools to improve balance in older people. Numerous studies have verified the immediate effects of insoles on balance in older adults. However, there is still lack of consensus regarding the immediate benefits of using insoles on balance improvement. READ MORE Dosing activity and returning to pre-ulcer function in diabetic foot remission: Patient recommendations and guidance from the limb preservation consortium at USC and the national rehabilitation center at Rancho Los Amigos Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association Diabetes-related foot ulcers are a leading cause of global morbidity, mortality and healthcare costs. People with a history of foot ulcers have a diminished quality of life attributed to limited walking and mobility, decreased moderate intensity exercise when compared to people with diabetes without ulcers. One of the largest concerns is ulceration recurrence. 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